#WK3 During week 3 I have learned that populism is on a rise in a turbulent contemporary society as people are looking for alternative political movements due to the fact that mainstream politics fail to address problems and deliver greater certainty for the future. #OUB329
#WK14 During week 14 I have learned about three types of challenges that leaders face- tame, wicked, critical. Tame - challenge that have been solved by someone before. Wicked challenge requires collaboration. If a challenge is critical leader needs to act decisively. #OUB329
#WK7 During week 7 I have learned that it is vital for a leader to be able to inspire followers to reach great heights, energise, develop direction and purpose, a sense of excitement and a thrust for change. Inspiring leader make others feel important and appreciated. #OUB329
#WK17 During this week I have learned that leadership through storytelling is a great way of delivering a message, gaining empathy from the followers and engage their emotions. Storytelling can break cultural and ethnic barriers and contribute to team building. #OUB329
#WK2 during week 2 I have learned that there are 7 to 10 million people in the UK alone who live precarious lives. More people are forced in a precarious employment in order to meet ends. Precarious work leads to insecurity, stress, anxiety and mental health issues #OUB329
#WK9 Collaborative leadership gives the leader an opportunity to take on less directive and more participatory role which will enhance the relationship within an organization and boost employee engagement and willingness to contribute towards the success . #OUB329
#WK11 During week 11 I have learned that sometimes conflict can have a positive impact because when different opinions and positions are brought to light solution can be found by merging different ideas together. It could be worth sometimes to let the conflict occur #OUB329
#WK10 During week 10 I have learned that followers can influence leaders and be active shapers of an organization. Follower-centred leadership allows to treat employees as the most valuable asset as success is achieved through growth and development of the followers. #OUB329
#WK8 During week 8 I have learned that it is vital to make the most of diversity in the workforce as it increases productivity and performance of an organization, provides greater innovation and exchange of ideas. Inclusiveness contributes to workforce well-being. #OUB329
#WK15 This week I have learned that a follower can also be a resistance leader at the same time. There is always an opportunity for a follower to resist and challenge the actions and practices of leaders. Resistance can lead to a positive change. #OUB329#Barry_Verdin